19 Apr 2018

Tonga police seize large quantity of methamphetamine

6:19 pm on 19 April 2018
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Eight col original 47349640 mTonga police have seized methamphetamine with an estimated street value of $US133,000 dollars.

They discovered the methamphetamine in a shipment from the United States and arrested a 39 year old man.

A second man allegedly connected to the case was arrested in possession of cannabis which police said was packed for sale.

Acting Chief Superintendent Tevita Vailea said methamphetamine is a destructive drug that destroys lives and impacts on families.

He said people supplying drugs to Tongan communities put profit above all else and do not consider the health and wellbeing of users and the

negative impact of drugs on society.